Roberta's Corner
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This newsletter is from Roberta Costion, mother of a child with disabilities. About four times a year she'll share insights into her life and experiences as a parent advocating for her son's education. |
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READ CURRENT ISSUE:Stop the 'R' Word - March 2013
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My name is Roberta Costion, I am a wife, a mother and the newest addition to Don Johnston. I'm writing to you because I feel I can help you as a parent ensure your child gets access to the supports he/she needs to succeed in school. My son Jack, has Down syndrome. Even though Jack is in a district that has a solid special education and assistive technology program, I feel like I have to constantly advocate for him. I have high hopes for Jack because I believe that all children can attain some level of literacy success. I'd like to share with you some of the barriers and issues I've encountered along the way (and any new ones that might arise!) We'll discuss laws, school initiatives, and literacy products that can help your children with their reading and writing. I'll also touch on community and advocacy programs that can help you have impact. Hopefully, I can be a resource to you and provide you with some insights based on what has worked for me and what hasn't. |
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Here's my son Jack.
Oftentimes I longed to feel as though someone was in my corner, and sometimes there was someone. My personal experiences, and the resources at Don Johnston, equip me to be in someone else's corner—your corner! I hope you'll join me. Sincerely, Roberta |
PAST ISSUES:
Making Awareness Come Alive December 2012
Talking about disabilities May 2012
I Learned to Be More Proactive November 2011
Asking the Right Questions June 2011
Settling Your IEP Nerves March 2011
Being a Team-Leader Parent November 2010
Discrimination at School? September 2010
Are You Ready for Summer? May 2010
How's Your IEP Team Doing? February 2010
Is College Really Possible? November 2009
Prepare for a Successful IEP Meeting September 2009
Don't let them fall behind this summer! June 2009
Be an advocate for your kids! May 2009
Introducing Roberta's Corner, April 2009
